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Recent daycare reviews in DHS, VA

Smallfreckles Home Day Care

5.0

We've been with Small Freckles since they opened in 2017. We're very happy with the care. We know our children are safe, happy, and getting lots of attention and kindness. We highly recommend Small Freckles!

- Kristen D.

Ms. Sandy's Daycare

5.0

Ms. Sandy and her staff are great. They really care about the kids and treat them like their own. I highly recommend!

- Lisa I.

LILY PAD AT METRO PARK

5.0

The entire staff truly cares for the kids as they update you constantly with pictures and feedback on their day!

- Care member

Bright Beginnings Home Daycare

5.0

We love our daycare because our daycare loves our son! Every day, they are excited to see him and he's thrilled to be there. How a child responds says a lot about the quality of the environment. They are clean, communicative, and flexible. I love that Farjana meets us our son where he is at - when...

- Care member

Honeybee's Daycare

5.0

A great women who treat children kindly and respectfully love it.

- Adeela

Daycares in DHS, VA

Angelina Daycare Services

7654 Adubon Meadow Way., DHS, VA

Angelina's Daycare has been in business since 2004. We are licensed by the State of Virginia and have been working closely with the Office For Children for the last 9 years. We specialized in the care of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers ages 0-5. At Angelina's Daycare, we support the health and...

5.0

(1)

We'll promise to take the best care of your kid. Our home daycare is new, comfortable, safe, clean atmosphere. Working Monday to Friday full time and part time, CPR & First Aid trained, State licensed for Home Day Care in Falls Church Age appropriate activities (reading,music, arts). We speak...
5.0
"We've been with Small Freckles since they opened in 2017. We're very happy with the care. We know our children are safe, happy, and getting lots of attention and kindness. We highly recommend Small Freckles!"

Kristen D.


Ms. Sandy's Daycare

Ms. Sandy's Daycare

6519 Deepford Street, Springfield, VA

5.0

(7)

Ms. Sandy has over 29 years of experience. She is devoted to providing quality in-home child-care services for ages birth through 12. Each staff member is First Aid and CPR certified and has Medical Administration Training (M.A.T.) and, more importantly, they are state licensed by Social Services...
5.0
"Ms. Sandy and her staff are incredibly detail oriented and they offer excellent care. Both of my kids had skin care issues that required a lot of maintenance-- Ms. Sandy worked extremely hard to help them with these issues. She serves excellent, healthy food and...

Holly C


LILY PAD AT METRO PARK

LILY PAD AT METRO PARK

6361 WALKER LN # C-110, ALEXANDRIA, VA

Starting at $1408/mo

5.0

(4)

Lily Pad at Metro Park is conveniently located in Alexandria, Virginia, one block from the Franconia Springfield Parkway. We have been in the community since 2010 and as our families can attest, we are well known for our lovely home-like environment and dedicated long term staff. Lily Pad uses the...
5.0
"Our daughter has been there since she was an infant, and Lily Pad has always been great. The staff is friendly, she learns so much there, and the administration is very responsive to questions or issues. They are also flexible with payment methods and schedules!"

Care member


Bright Beginnings Home Daycare

Bright Beginnings Home Daycare

5614 7th Pl S, Arlington, VA

5.0

(2)

I am currently holding a home day care permit by Arlington County. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. No pets, non-smoking environment and alcohol-free. Thank you and I hope to hear from you soon.
5.0
"We love our daycare because our daycare loves our son! Every day, they are excited to see him and he's thrilled to be there. How a child responds says a lot about the quality of the environment. They are clean, communicative, and flexible. I love that Farjana meets...

Care member


Honeybee's Daycare

Honeybee's Daycare

7432 Colshire Dr Apt 2, McLean, VA

5.0

(2)

Hi! My name is Asma I run Honey Bee's Daycare in McLean. In my daycare your children would have opportunity to learn things such as writing, reading,coloring(etc). I hope that I can take care of your Child in every aspect which include his/her health and security.
5.0
"A great women who treat children kindly and respectfully love it."

Adeela


Paradise Day Care

Paradise Day Care

1405 S. Buchanan St., Arlington, VA

5.0

(1)

Paradise Day Care takes pride in providing a loving and enjoyable place for your child throughout the week. Located right off of S George Mason Dr and just minutes away from I-395, this day care is spacious yet cozy and is owned by Marina who has over 20 years of experience in caring for...
5.0
"We loved how Ms Marina provided such motherly love for our daughter who she cared for since she was 3 months old! She was very attentive to her safety and wellbeing and our daughter loved her. I highly recommend Ms Marina as a valuable caregiver for your baby"

Andrew W.


Little Dino Home Daycare

Little Dino Home Daycare

7827 Thor Drive, Annandale, VA

5.0

(2)

License Family Home Day Care, loving and caring providers, 26 years of experience, we have ongoing training to bring the best to your child education, family environment, planned activities, educational program, A safe and loving environment, Your child will have the opportunity to be ready for...
5.0
"I had my 3 kids with her, she is caring and dedicated, my kids love her, they call her nana!! Mrs. Wilson"

Maria L.


Dina's Child Care

Dina's Child Care

9200 Wilmett Ct., Bethesda, MD

5.0

(18)

Dina's Child Care is an in-home family daycare, licensed by the state of Maryland that offers a nurturing and active environment for infants and toddlers. Dina has over 20+ years of childcare experience and she believes in the importance of creating an encouraging and warm place for children to grow...
5.0
"We love Dina! My little one had a wonderful time with her. Dina is offering a safe, caring and fun place for the children. We wil miss you Dina, and we thank you for everything!"

Maria N.


Surisa's Loving Home Daycare

Surisa's Loving Home Daycare

6251 Marcy Court, Alexandria, VA

5.0

(25)

Surisa's Loving Home Daycare has been open since 1992. Surisa is a primary school teacher by training and has run this home daycare with her two assistants for over 20 years. The children are taken care of in a safe and friendly environment where they can grow, play and develop as strong...
5.0
"We feel blessed to have Surisa in our life! She has been taking care of our baby since he was 4 months old. I am a first time mother and was worried to find the right place for us. Surisa truly has a loving home. He is so happy to go there each day. She provides...

Kelianne C.


Celestial Child Care

Celestial Child Care

4805 Seminole ave, ALEXANDRIA, VA

Starting at $1360/mo

5.0

(5)

Celestial Child Care is a family daycare that offers care for children between the ages of 11 months-3 1/2yo. We are full time only, play-based and bilingual. (English/ Spanish). Recess and free play make up the majority of the day and include a variety of toys, dramatic play materials and a large...
5.0
"Celestial Child Care is a warm, nurturing, and well-organized daycare with caring staff and a great learning environment. The facility is clean, engaging, and safe, with a balanced schedule of play and education. Excellent communication with parents gives peace of...

Care member


The Kingdom Of Children Llc

The Kingdom Of Children Llc

118 N French St, Alexandria, VA

4.6

(22)

Welcome to the Family Day Home "The Kingdom of Children LLC." My name is Maria and I am a state licensed childcare provider in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I can tell you that I'm not only the director and provider of my Family Day home, but also I have a lot of professional experience in early...
5.0
"Maria and her team are fantastic caregivers. Our daughter was with them from 5 months until 18 months when we moved out of state. We were so sad to leave Kingdom of Children! Our daughter loved going into daycare each day, and we could tell that she was getting...

Care member


The Star Daycare

The Star Daycare

6460 Maplewood Drive, Falls Church, VA

4.8

(32)

The Star Daycare is a Fairfax County and Virginia-state licensed childcare center, organized by Mrs. Shahnaz Tariq, a professional childcare provider. Mrs. Tariq's goal is to provide a safe, nurturing, and loving home in which your child can successfully grow and develop. Due to popular demand,...
5.0
"The Star Daycare is a professional home daycare setting. Mrs. Tariq is very professional and personable. She lives the children and is very diligent in caring for them. She teaches them through dance, song, and play. Many children who have developmental delays...

Anosha


Joyful Beginnings Home Daycare

Joyful Beginnings Home Daycare

Winchester Way, Falls Church, VA

5.0

(7)

*More than 15 years experience with childcare. Professionally trained child caregivers specializing on infants and toddlers. CPR, AR, AED, First aid & MAT Certified. *State Licensed & Annual Fire Safety Inspection approved facility. *We provide home cooked meals and snacks. *Separate napping room...
5.0
"Joyful Beginnings is the definition of an ideal daycare. My son has been going there since he was 9months. At the time, it was the hardest decision for us to put him into daycare, but it was and still is the best decision we have made. Joy & Anthony care for our...

Sierra W.


Brandi's Childcare

Brandi's Childcare

1635 Wrightson Dr., McLean, VA

5.0

(2)

Hello families, my name is Brandi Smith, I m a licensed in-home childcare provider in McLean Va. with over 16 years of experience. My program is a small setting with a 1 to 6 ratio. I believe some children thrive in small setting and am happy to provide this for my families. I enjoy helping...
5.0
"Brandi cared for my daughter for the past two years and it could not have been a better experience for her. My daughter had a difficult time transitioning to daycare, but Brandi was so patient and supportive. Eventually, my little one came out of her shell and...

Andrea P.


Candycare Childcare

Candycare Childcare

9006 Alexis Ct, Springfield, VA

5.0

(7)

Welcome to the Candycare - a home based childcare facility. Our mission is to provide quality care for your children. We ensure your child will be able to grow, explore, learn, play and enjoy their day. Each day, we offer the children circle time, art projects, songs, story time, learning games and...
5.0
"I met Carla when my son was 3 month old and she was the lead assistant at another in-home daycare. She cared for him from 3 month to 2 years and 6 month and we felt blessed beyond words to have her in our son's life. I remember my son giving her a big smile every...

Laura L.


My Little Turtles Home Daycare

My Little Turtles Home Daycare

5005 Greenhaven Place, Alexandria, VA

5.0

(11)

My Little Turtles home daycare ( 571-494-6304) in Rose Hill, 22310 is State Licensed. My name is Lecy. I am original from Brazil and loving mother of two. I have worked with children for more than 15 years. I love children and the challenges of guiding them. Arts and crafts, their hygiene, food...
5.0
"We found Ms. Lecy during the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, when the world of lockdowns and limitations was beginning to reopen. It was a difficult period that I hope will never be repeated. The beginning of our son's daycare journey at My Little Turtles was...

Care member


The Little Home Daycare

The Little Home Daycare

6007 Southward Way, Alexandria, VA

5.0

(1)

The Little Home Daycare is a state licensed home daycare located in the heart of Kingstowne, VA. With over 15 years of experience, we provide care and education for children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years (infants to kindergarten). Our program provides loving, age-appropriate, safe, and creative learning...
5.0
"Outstanding, professional, patient and kind child care with flexibility and support for working parents. My daughter started at 2 months old and stayed through pre-Kindergarten. Plenty of social, educational, and fun activities for all ages!"

Catherine C


SPRINGFIELD ACADEMY

SPRINGFIELD ACADEMY

5236 BACKLICK RD, SPRINGFIELD, VA

Starting at $1874/mo

5.0

(6)

Our private, non-denominational Christian school located in North Springfield, Virginia, provides an excellent learning environment for children who love to learn and are looking for a challenge. Springfield Academy has been owned and operated by the same Christian family since 1958. At Springfield...
5.0
"Soy mama, de una baby de 15 meses y es increíble todo lo que está aprendiendo conforme a su crecimiento, la experiencia con las maestras ha sido excelente mi hija se siente en casa y feliz al momento de dejarla. Me siento confiada y agradecida."

Care member


Daffodils Child Care

Daffodils Child Care

7814 Seth Hampton Dr, Alexandria, VA

5.0

(21)

My Name is Muna Barkhadle Leaving your young infant with someone you don't know can be a difficult and nerve-racking decision to make. As more children enter child-care in the early, tender years of infancy, the continuity of care between home and outside care is very important for the young child....
5.0
"My son has been attending Daffodils for over a year now, starting when he was four months old. It was a smooth transition when he started, and he's always been happy to arrive in the morning and happy when I pick him up. Muna and Eman provide such loving and...

Carolyn V.


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